4 Things You Need to Know About Barcode Scanners

Posted by Cal Goheen | Date: March 2, 2016

1. One Dimensional vs. Two Dimensional Barcode Scanners There are two main categories of barcode scanners, 1D and 2D. One dimensional barcode scanners, or linear barcode scanners, can only scan one dimensional barcodes, including: UPC Code ISBN Code 128 All barcodes consisting of only lines and spaces Barcode scanners that read two dimensional barcodes are…

Barcode Readers: Types and Details

Posted by RAD DeRose | Date: January 18, 2010

When choosing the right kind of barcode reader, it’s important to know the differences between the products that you’re looking at. To help demystify the process, here’s a quick and easy overview of common types of barcode readers: Handheld Scanners This type of barcode reader will allow for you to position the scanner toward the…